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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
LASI Report on Elderly Population
Longitudinal Aging Study of India Wave-1 has collected information on chronic conditions in elderly above 60 years of age, as given below:
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Self reported prevalence of chronic conditions
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S.N.
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Condition
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Percentage
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1
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Hypertension
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32%
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2
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Stroke
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2.7 %
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3
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Diabetes & High blood sugar
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14.2 %
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4
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Chronic Lung Disease
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8.3 %
National Policy for Older Person -1999 was formulated by MoSJ&E with the goal of ensuring well-being of older persons. There are 14 Principle Areas of Intervention are Under NPOP-1999, of which one of the principle areas of intervention is Health Care & Nutrition.
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare had launched the “National Programme for the Health Care of Elderly”  during 2010-11 to address various health related problems of elderly people. The National Programme for the Health Care for the Elderly  is an articulation of the International and national commitments of the Government as envisaged under the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities , National Policy on Older Persons  adopted by the Government of India in 1999 & Section 20 of “The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007” dealing with provisions for medical care of Senior Citizen.
The programme is State oriented and basic thrust of the programme is to provide dedicated health care facilities to the senior citizens  at various level of primary, secondary and tertiary health care.
Objectives:
- To provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality long-term, comprehensive and dedicated care services to an Ageing population;
- Creating a new "architecture" for Ageing; to build a framework to create an enabling environment for "a Society for all Ages";
- To promote the concept of Active and Healthy Ageing;
- Convergence with National Rural Health Mission, AYUSH and other line departments like Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Package of Services:
- Tertiary care services through OPD and in-door facilities, development of specialized human resource through various courses in geriatric medicine as well as research at Regional Geriatric Centers and national centre for aging.
- Secondary and Primary care services at district hospitals and sub district level through geriatric clinics, investigations & rehabilitation services, domiciliary visits by the rehabilitation worker for bed-ridden elderly and counseling to family members for care of such patients and Health Education.
The Minister of State , Sh. Ashwini Kumar Choubey stated this in a written reply in the RajyaSabha here today.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Shahari Waqf Sampatti Vikas Yojana implemented by Ministry of Minority Affairs through Central Waqf Council for providing interest free loan to Waqf Institutions/Waqf Boards
The Minister of Minority Affairs, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today informed that this Ministry implements Shahari Waqf Sampatti Vikas Yojana  through Central Waqf Council . Under SWSVY, interest free loan is provided to Waqf Institutions/Waqf Boards for taking up economically viable projects on the urban waqf land such as commercial complexes, marriage halls, hospitals, cold storages etc. The annual Grants-in-aid released under the Scheme between 2017-18 to 2021-22 is Rs. 316.00 lakh, 316.00 lakh 316.00 lakh, 300.00 lakh and 100.00 lakh respectively.
The grants and subsequent instalments are released after ascertaining the viability of the project in accordance with the scheme guidelines, receipt of Utilization Certificate  and satisfactory progress Report from the concerned Waqf Institution/ Waqf Board. As on date, total 4 applications are pending amounting to Rs. 487.25 lakh.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
SAI approves two-month shooting camp for core Olympic probables at Karni Singh Shooting Range
A two-month coaching camp for the Olympic core group shooters will be held at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi, from October 15 to December 14.
The camp will comprise of 32 shooters , 8 coaches, 3 foreign coaches and two support staff. All 15 Olympic quota winners will be a part of the camp which will take place at a total cost of Rs 1.43 crores.
Sports Authority of India in a statement said, “It is imperative to have a camp because it is an integral part of the preparation for an event like the Olympics. The camp will be conducted following the SAI SOP.”
Rifle shooter Anjum Moudgil, a silver medalist at the 2018 World Championships which earned her a Tokyo Olympic quota is very happy to be returning to a camp environment which will help her assess where she stands, “It is very good that SAI and NRAI have decided to hold this camp which will give us much needed practice with just 10 months to go for the Olympics. Regular shooting in a camp environment will give us a better idea of where we currently stand.”
The shooters have been practicing at their home ranges during the coronavirus pandemic and this will be the first full-fledged camp for the Olympic core group since the lockdown was announced. With the national team coaches monitoring their progress at the camp, it will help athletes in their Olympic preparations.
Divyansh Singh Panwar, the world number one in Men’s 10m Air Rifle is looking forward to returning to the camp with national coaches being present, “Though I have been training right through the lockdown, training in a camp with all the fellow shooters will be much better preparation with the national coaches monitoring our progress. I am looking forward to this camp.”
Speaking about the camp, Mr. Raninder Singh, President National Rifle Association of India, said, “Our shooters have been training at home during the lockdown but to train together at a camp is going to help them much more. We are very happy that SAI has sanctioned this two-month training camp which will help our shooters to achieve the performance levels they were maintaining before the lockdown was announced.”
India have won a record 15 quotas in shooting for the Tokyo Olympics and can still obtain quotas on the basis of world rankings.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 564
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 204.82 Crore
More than 19 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 204.82 Crore  today. More than 19 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10412072
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2nd Dose
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10091551
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Precaution Dose
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6369822
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18430928
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2nd Dose
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17673457
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Precaution Dose
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12337002
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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39157039
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2nd Dose
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28139167
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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61241455
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2nd Dose
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51157019
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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559607302
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2nd Dose
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509123966
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Precaution Dose
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25710216
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203702454
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2nd Dose
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195355409
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Precaution Dose
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17046071
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127451172
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2nd Dose
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122083877
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Precaution Dose
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33117726
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1020002422
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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933624446
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Precaution Dose
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94580837
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Total
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2048207705
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 2nd August, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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145
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2nd Dose
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396
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Precaution Dose
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14048
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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92
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2nd Dose
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724
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Precaution Dose
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35387
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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48001
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2nd Dose
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84798
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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18448
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2nd Dose
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38205
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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24371
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2nd Dose
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112363
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Precaution Dose
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866729
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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4259
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2nd Dose
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25073
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Precaution Dose
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498568
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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3001
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2nd Dose
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16165
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Precaution Dose
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199930
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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98317
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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277724
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Precaution Dose
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1614662
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Total
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1990703
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Youth 20 India Summit to be held with Climate Change as Focus
Gujarat CM to inaugurate the Conference at MS University Baroda
As part of India’s G20 Presidency, Youth 20 India Summit 2023 is being organized at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda during 24-25 February. Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India in coordination with Education Department of Government of Gujarat, this international conference will focus on Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction: Making Sustainability a Way of Life. Shri Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat will be the chief guest at the inaugural function on 25th February and Shri Rushikesh Patel, Minister for Higher & Technical Education, Government of Gujarat and Shri Harsh Sanghavi, Minister of State of Home, Industries, Sports & Youth Service, Government of Gujarat would attend the event. Smt. Shubhangini Raje Gaekwad, Hon’ble Chancellor, The Maharaja Sayajirao University will also grace the occasion.
The conference will deliberate on various topics like Role of Youth and Opportunities in the field of climate change and disaster risk reduction; Research, Innovation and Start-up related to climate change; Best practices related to climate change and disaster risk reduction; Making sustainability a way of life. International experts like Dr.Tuomo Kauranne, President of Arbonaut OY Ltd, Finland, Anna Loboguerrero, Cloumbia, Bruce Campbell, Director, CGIAR Research Programme on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Secutiry, Italy, Amgad Elmadhi, International Water and Natural Resources Management Specialist, Australia, Dr. Jincy Roy, CEO, Water and Sanitation Management Organisation will speak during the conference. Ms Archana Soreng, Member of UN Secretary General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change will address the valedictory session.
As part of the conference, heritage walk and cultural events will also be organized for the delegates to showcase the rich diversity of India.
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Ministry of Finance
DGGI Meerut officials bust racket involving 246 fake entities with turnover of Rs. 3,242 crore involving ITC of Rs. 557 crore, three held
The Meerut Zonal Unit of Directorate General of GST Intelligence  unearthed two major fake billing rackets involving 246 shell/fake entities, which have passed on fraudulent ITC of Rs. 557 crore. In this matter till date, three key operatives have been arrested. One of this racket had close nexus with fake firms unearthed by Noida Police in June, 2023.
Taking clue from the Noida Police case and based on extensive data mining coupled with human intelligence, 2 major syndicates, being operated by masterminds Mr. Anand Kumar & Mr. Ajay Kumar, involved in creating and operating fake shell entities have been busted. Several documents related to fake firms like forged stamps, debit/credit cards, cheque books, Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc. were resumed from the secret offices of Mr. Anand Kumar & Mr. Ajay Kumar at Adhyapak Nagar and Paschimpuri, Delhi respectively. This indicates close nexus of these masterminds with brokers/agents which specialise in procuring IDs of poor, needy and susceptible people in lieu of petty monetary benefits. Both the masterminds have been arrested.
Forensic examination of seized laptops & mobile phones led to retrieval of ledgers, invoices, e-way bills, bilties etc. being maintained in Tally/BG systems software. Apart from this, bundles of WhatsApp chat/ voice massages evidencing the transactions of fake GST bills & illegal cash flow has also been retrieved. Initial probe has also indicated the involvement of bank officials in opening of the bank accounts in the name of fake firms.
These 2 syndicates have issued invoices having taxable turnover of Rs. 3,142 crore involving ITC of Rs. 557 crore through 246 fake firms to more than 1,500 beneficiary firms. Major beneficiary firms are located in Delhi and others are spread across 26 other states. Mr. Vikram Jain, Proprietor of one such beneficiary firm, has also been arrested during the investigation.
All the three accused were produced before Economic Offence Court, Meerut on 26.07.2023 and have been remanded for judicial custody till 08.08.2023.
Ministry of Science & Technology
CSIR-CSIO develops UV Disinfection Technology to combat SARS-CoV-2
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation  has developed an UV-C air duct disinfection system. The system helps in deactivating over 99% of viruses, bacteria, fungus and other bio-aerosols etc. with appropriate dosages using 254nm UV light. It is an energy efficient system which improves airflow through coils, enhances indoor air quality and requires less maintenance.
The technology has been developed according to the requirements for deactivation of SARS COV-2 virus contained in an aerosol with necessary ventilation measures, necessary safety and user guidelines and tested bio-safety standards etc. This will provide a relatively safer environment for indoor activities in the current pandemic.
The CSIR-CSIO developed product is tested for more than 99% disinfection and could be used as a retrofit solution to air handling units  of buildings, transport vehicles and other spin off applications. The system comes with commercialized standards and certifications.
The CSIR-CSIO has already transferred the technology to twenty eight companies. Prof. S Anantha Ramakrishna, Director CSIR-CSIO, said that this is available now for deployment with wide availability throughout the country via these companies.
Recent research carried out by CSIR constituent labs had demonstrated experimentally that SARS-CoV-2 viral particles could be detected in air even after 2 hours of exit of infected persons from a room and at distances much greater than a few meters as well strengthening evidence of airborne transmission of the SARS-CoV-2.
Department of Atomic Energy
Former Atomic Energy Commission Chairman and Secretary to the Govt. of India, Dr. Sekhar Basu passes away
Mumbai: 24 Sep. 2020
20.9.1952 – 24.9.2020
Former Atomic Energy Commission Chairman and Secretary to the Govt. of India, Dr. Sekhar Basu passed away this morning  at a hospital in Kolkata. Dr. Basu was undergoing treatment for COVID-19.
Dr. Basu was Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Atomic Energy  from October 2015 to September 2018. Prior to his assumption of charge as Secretary, DAE, he was holding the position of Director, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre  from June 2012 to October 2015. Earlier he worked as Project Director of Nuclear Submarine Programme and later as the Chief Executive of the Nuclear Recycle Board in the same institute. Dr.Basu, a dynamic engineer of exceptional abilities, played major role in establishing India as a lead country in various domains of nuclear science and engineering.
Dr. Basu accelerated the pace of Nuclear Power deployment, Uranium Exploration and Mining, Healthcare and Mega science projects. He played a key role in obtaining government approvals for 10 Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors  and Two Pressurized Water Reactors . This is a major boost towards increase of installed capacity of nuclear power stations.
Dr. Basu, born in 1952 at Muzaffarpur in Bihar, did his schooling from Ballygunge Government School, Kolkata and graduated in Mechanical Engineering from VJTI, University of Mumbai in 1974. After completion of one year of BARC Training School programme in Nuclear Science and Engineering, he took up the responsibility of the development of nuclear submarine propulsion plant and was responsible for achieving success in the same. Subsequently, he took up activities related to India’s Nuclear Recycle Plants. Under his leadership, the plant operations were streamlined and based on operational experience he took up a very major challenge of design & construction of Integrated Nuclear Recycle Plant, which is first of its kind in India. His untiring efforts in this field have brought perfection in technology and given major boost to the programme.
Dr. Basu is remembered as an extremely competent technologist with an ability to integrate multidisciplinary activities and develop multiple state of the art technology systems. He was awarded Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2014. One of the last projects in which he had taken keen interest was to develop the technology of cyclotron for medical isotope production.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Argentina on becoming FIFA World Cup Champions
Also congratulates France for a spirited performance at the FIFA World Cup
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Argentina on becoming FIFA World Cup Champions. Shri Modi also congratulates France for a spirited performance at the FIFA World Cup.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"This will be remembered as one of the most thrilling Football matches! Congrats to Argentina on becoming #FIFAWorldCup Champions! They’ve played brilliantly through the tournament. Millions of Indian fans of Argentina and Messi rejoice in the magnificent victory! @alferdez"
"Congratulations to France for a spirited performance at the #FIFAWorldCup ! They also delighted Football fans with their skill and sportsmanship on the way to the finals. @EmmanuelMacron"
Ministry of Defence
DEFENCE MINISTER OF KAZAKHSTAN VISITS JODHPUR AND JAISALMER
General Nurlan Yermekbayev, Defence Minister of Kazakhstan alongwith his delegation visited Jodhpur and Jaisalmer as a part of the travel plan to India with a focus on boosting bilateral defence cooperation. Both countries share common interests of actively combating the threat of global terrorism and maintaing peace.
The Hon’ble Defence Minister of Kazakhstan reached Jodhpur on 07 April 2021. Lieutenant General JS Nain, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command interacted with the Defence Minister and the delegation. The Army Commander during his interaction with the delegation said that “India and Kazakhstan hold a special partnership which is based on trust, confidence and mutual understanding. Both the countries share a common vision on issues affecting peace and stability in the world”.
The visit of Defence Minister General Nurlan Yermekbayev will foster greater military to military contact and cooperation between Kazakhstan and India.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
India Trade Promotion Organisationoffers 50% Discount on Rentals to ‘STARTUPs’ in the 21st edition of IISE
Complete ‘MAN-TECH’ solutions at India International Security Expo 2021
Highlighting ‘Atamnirbhar Bharat’ campaign of the Government, India Trade Promotion Organisation  has extended its support to ‘STARTUPS’ in terms of providing 50 per cent rental discount toSTARTUPsin the21stedition of India International Security Expo  to be organized from 7th-9thOctober,2021 in Hall 5 , IECC Complex at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. These Startups should be notified by the DPIIT, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
Facilitating transfer of technology, joint ventures, and system integration, IISE 2021 is being organized as per preventive measures to contain spread of the pandemic with the support of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India while the co-organizers are CISF and BPR&D. Significantly, this is the only security expo in South-Asia region which enjoys the support of all States Police Forces, NDMA, CRPF, BSF, ITBP, SSB, Delhi Police, SPG, DFS, etc.
The Expo will cover almost all aspects of security and safety. The event also showcase the new initiatives of the industry of promote manufacturing of the security equipment and gadgets under the ‘Make in India’ campaign. Featuring a wide range of the latest products, services and innovations of homeland security, cross-spectrum technology-based security capabilities, the event highlights fresh avenues for development of cyber security and skilled task force.
IISE 2021 focuses on new range of gadgets and systems in the field of surveillance, explosive detection and disposal, firefighting, access control, radio communications, training equipment and home and automotive security sectors. Over 100 leading companies are displaying a wide range of products on Homeland Security, Fire Safety, Traffic Management, Industrial Safety, Disaster Management and Information Security. These includes: Access Control Systems, Perimeter Protection Devices, CCTV Surveillance Equipment’s& System, Explosive detection & Disposal Equipment, Disaster Management & NBCW Protection Equipment, Equipment for Bank and Hospital Security, Equipment for Forensic Science Laboratories, Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Equipment, Equipment for Counter Terrorism, Insurgency, Anti-Naxalism and Security Enforcement agencies, Crowd Control Gadgets/Anti-Riot Drill Equipment, Rescue and Relief Equipment, Vehicle and Personnel GPS System, Electronic Gates/Flap Barriers, Bomb Suits/Bomb Blanket, Night Vision Devices, Indoor/outdoor shooting ranges, Drone Technologies, Cyber Security, Health Security, Software & Solutions, Baggage Screening System, Integrated critical Infrastructure Protection and Jammer/Cell Phone Monitoring System, etc.
The concurrent seminars, delegation visits from within the country and overseas and on-the-spot demonstrations on Women Safety, ‘Selfie- Points’ and ‘Dog Shows’ will be among the added attractions.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU on cooperation in the field of justice between India and Tunisia
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Memorandum of Understanding  on cooperation in the field of justice between India and Tunisia.
During the recent years, social, cultural and commercial relations between India and Tunisia have developed in a positive direction. Signing of an agreement on cooperation in the field of justice will further enhance good relations between the two countries and add new dimensions in the field of judicial reforms.
Prime Minister's Office
PM lauds endeavours across India to make Shree Ann popular
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded endeavours being undertaken across India to make Shree Ann popular.
The Prime Minister was reacting to the Assam Chief Minister's tweet about inauguration of millet cafe in the Assam Secretariat.
Shri Modi tweeted:
"Glad to see various endeavours, like this one, being undertaken across India to make Shree Ann popular."